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Marcasite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
2.65
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Marcasite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Rose Quartz physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Marcasite and Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Marcasite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Rose Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Rose Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.65 whereas that of Rose Quartz is 2.65.